Met on the concourse
A name board and a hand with the bags as you come off the train — no rank, no queue.
Waverley · Rail station
Waverley
transfers.
The capital’s station beneath the castle. An onward chauffeur from Waverley across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
DistanceCentral Edinburgh
Journey5–25 min across Edinburgh
ServicesLNER · ScotRail · CrossCountry
Meet pointConcourse, name board
24/7Reservations & support
5.0★From 14 TripAdvisor reviews
45 minFree wait on arrivals
FixedTransparent pricing
What to expect
Met on the concourse, settled in advance.
Your driver meets you on the concourse with a name board; the exact pickup point is confirmed with your booking.
Train tracked
We monitor your service and adjust the pickup for delays automatically, at no extra cost.
Fixed on booking
The price you agree is the price you pay — no meter, no surprises.
Around the clock
Drivers available for the earliest departures and the latest arrivals alike.
The fleet
Waverley from £47.
Six classes, one standard of care. Saloon, one way, off-peak. Rush hour, nights (10pm–6am) and bank holidays cost more; the return leg is 5% off when booked together — your quote shows the exact price before you book. Once you book, the price never changes.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius or similar | 4 | 2 | £47 |
| Estate | Skoda Octavia or similar | 4 | 4 | £54 |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | £98 |
| MPV | VW Sharan or similar | 5 | 5 | £62 |
| Van | Mercedes Vito or similar | 8 | 8 | £72 |
| Executive Van | Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 8 | £129 |
Always included
One price,
everything in it.
- A driver waiting on the concourse with a name board — met in person, not messaged
- 60 minutes of complimentary waiting after a flight lands, 15 minutes on other pickups
- We track your train — delays are absorbed automatically, at no extra cost
- All road tolls and pickup fees included in your price
- Child and booster seats fitted on request (£8 each)
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
How to book
Four steps
to a waiting car.
01
Tell us your journey
Your pickup point and time, and where you are heading. Online in a minute, or one call to the office.
02
Choose your vehicle
From a saloon to an executive van — a fixed or fully-quoted price shown before you commit.
03
Add any extras
Child seats, extra luggage, a courtesy stop — tell us and it is arranged in advance.
04
Confirm and relax
You receive your driver's name, photo and number, plus live updates on the day.
The alternatives
Getting to & from Waverley.
How a private chauffeur compares with the alternatives for Waverley.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train / coach | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Luggage, crowds and no door-to-door service |
| Metered taxi | 5–25 min across Edinburgh | Metered — unpredictable | Fare not fixed; higher at peak times |
| Rideshare app | 5–25 min across Edinburgh | Surge pricing | No meet & greet; peak-time cancellations |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 5–25 min across Edinburgh | Fixed from £47 | Met on arrival, journey tracked, one clear price |
Travel notes
Good to know about Waverley.
Where your driver meets you
Your chauffeur waits on the concourse at Waverley with a name board, or at the designated pickup point for larger stations.
Tolls & charges included
Every road toll and pickup fee is built into the price we quote. What you agree is what you pay.
Traffic & timing
Expect 5–25 min across edinburgh. Your driver plans around live traffic and your real arrival time.
Licensed, insured, vetted
Every driver is fully licensed private hire, insured and vetted, so the service reads the same wherever in the UK you are.
When to book
Friday evenings and the first and last trains of the day are the busiest windows. Booking 24–48 hours ahead guarantees your preferred vehicle class; same-day is often possible.
Payment & accounts
Settle by card when you book, in cash on the day, or on account with a single monthly invoice for regular travellers. What you agree is the whole cost; a tip is welcome but never assumed.
Off the train at Waverley, into a waiting car
Edinburgh Waverley is served by lner · scotrail · crosscountry, and the walk from platform to street is where a long journey either ends well or falls apart. A pre-booked chauffeur means no taxi queue and no last-minute price changes at the barrier — your driver is on the concourse with a name board before the train arrives, tracking the service rather than the timetable.
What you get is certainty. A fixed fare when you book with every toll and fee already in it, a tracked train that moves the pickup rather than the bill, and a driver who handles the luggage. child seats on request (£8 each) and cancellation is free up to 24 hours ahead.
Transfers from Waverley start at £47 for a saloon; estates, executive cars, MPVs and 8-seat vans are priced the same transparent way. It is typically 5–25 min across edinburgh — door to door, one price, no meter running.
Popular routes
From Waverley to…
Fixed prices to the destinations our clients ask for most. Anywhere else — just ask.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh city centre | 10–20 min | £47 |
| Edinburgh Airport | 15–25 min | £47 |
| Leith | 10–20 min | £47 |
| Glasgow | 1h 15–1h 45 | £137 |
| St Andrews | 1h 15–1h 45 | £152 |
Popular transfers
Waverley transfer guides.
At a glance
Waverley at a glance.
- Type
- Rail station
- Region
- Scotland
- Nearest city
- Edinburgh
- Distance
- Central Edinburgh
- Typical journey
- 5–25 min across Edinburgh
- Services
- LNER · ScotRail · CrossCountry
- Meet point
- Concourse, name board
- Country
- United Kingdom
Where will I meet my driver at Waverley?
Your driver waits on the concourse with a name board, or at the station's designated pickup point. The exact spot is confirmed with your booking.
What if my train is delayed?
We track your train and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. You also get 15 minutes of complimentary waiting.
How much is a Waverley transfer?
Fixed fares from £47 for a saloon to Edinburgh, confirmed before you book. Larger vehicles are priced up front too.
How long does the journey take?
Typically 5–25 min across Edinburgh, depending on your exact destination and traffic.
Are tolls and congestion charges included?
Yes. All road tolls and pickup fees are included in the price we quote.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes — infant, child and booster seats on request (£8 each). Just add them when you book.
Are your drivers licensed?
Every driver is fully licensed private hire, insured and vetted.
Do you cover late-night and early departures?
Yes. We operate 24/7, every day of the year, including the earliest sailings and the last arrivals.
How do I pay, and is tipping expected?
Pay by card online, by cash to your driver, or on a corporate account. A tip is appreciated but never expected.
Can you take larger groups and luggage?
Yes. Our executive MPVs seat up to seven and vans up to 8 — ideal for cruise luggage and groups.
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